Showing posts with label garage heaters. Show all posts
Showing posts with label garage heaters. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Buy CONTROL MODULE H-SERIES ED1

CONTROL MODULE H-SERIES ED1
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I ordered the control module and received it very quickly. After installing it (which really did take less than 5 minutes) I flipped the switch on the pool heater and the burner ignited instantly. Perfect solution if you igniter looks good but seem to e getting no or weak spark.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Cheap Optimus F-8501 12 Inch Twin Head 3-Speed Universal Fan, Black

Optimus F-8501 12 Inch Twin Head 3-Speed Universal Fan, Black
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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I got this to help move the air conditioning around the hours. It moves air ok with the two fans and i like the way it has different positions for each fan but the fans themselves are a little weak. Its a good product but I would wait for it to come down a little from the $50+ i paid for it.

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May have been a good fan, but it arrived broken. I was not happy, but Amazon's return policy was great. Got a sticker for free and had it picked up at my home, no problem at all. I bought a new one which arrived in good condition and works great.

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It is so versatile with two fans in fans in one and different speeds. Unusual and was a great buy

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This is a great fan for air flow and it is not so obtrusive. This is the second one that we have gotten as we were so pleased with it.

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Friday, December 26, 2014

Reviews of PUH9000-U Space Heater

PUH9000-U Space Heater
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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You get more than you pay for! I have the last years model, but its the greatest. With two dogs and a toddler I was worried at first, but when it gets knocked over it turns off. It's rugged as the general was, any though not pretty defiantly reliable. If anyone asks me about heaters, I say "Get a Patton."

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Thursday, September 18, 2014

Reviews of Zojirushi CD-WBC40 Micom 4-Liter Electric Water Boiler and Warmer

Zojirushi CD-WBC40 Micom 4-Liter Electric Water Boiler and Warmer, Champagne Gold
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $159.00
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Who spends money on fancy water heaters? People who like to have fine control over the brewing of their tea. Also, probably some folks who like to have unusual gadgets so they can rub it in the faces of those who are less awesome, but for the sake of this review let's pretend you're not one of those people.

This particular Zojirushi holds enough water for 2-3 people to drink throughout the day. It boils the water first -this takes about 15-20 minutes -and then allows it to cool to one of four "keep warm" temperatures. The "keep warm" presets of 208, 195, 175, and 140 are perfect for most kinds of tea, cup o' noodles, baby bottles, and various kinds of water torture on intrusive guests.

The magnetic break-away cord is a fantastic feature that demonstrates Zojirushi's attention to detail. When your mother decides to rearrange your kitchen without warning, you can rest assured that the Zojirushi will be safe from electrical mishaps. Don't ask how I know this.

Other safety features include an automatic shut-down when it runs out of water, a dispenser that will not dispense until you "unlock" it by pressing a button, and a "steam-save" design that limits the amount of steam being vomited into your kitchen. This last feature is especially nice for those of us with wall cabinets extending over the counter. I like to steam my food on the stove, not while it's in storage, thanks.

This device is so simple to use that even my husband can do it. That said, due to the charming Engrish in the instruction book, at first I was under the impression that the timer existed to shut down the machine. I realized later that either my math skills were terrible, or in reality the timer was designed to start it up. Ignore the fact that I ended that sentence with a preposition. The point still stands. The good news is that having a timed start-up is more useful to me than a timed shut-down, so for once I was glad to discover further evidence that I am an idiot.

I had one concern prior to purchase. Would teapots fit under the dispenser? I am pleased to report that they can, despite the best efforts of the Zojirushi photographers to make it look like the spout is designed to work with cups alone. If you have an epic teapot that serves 300, you might have a problem getting it up under there. But a normal pot? Rock on.

This little device is now my favorite appliance next to the washing machine. Because as much as I love tea, I like clean underwear better.

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Note: Confused about which Zojirushi water heater to purchase? Check the comparison chart! Amazon links to this chart in the Product Details section of the description, but the average person manages to miss it. It's like a ninja, but with fewer pointy edges.

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Update 1: It's now been over a year since I got my Zojirushi, and I am pleased to report that it still works like it's new. I have cleaned it twice with Zojirushi's cleaner -sold in packets here on Amazon -despite it never really looking like it needed cleaning at all. I did it simply because the company recommended it. I'm a follower like that. The Zojirushi has survived a move, three extreme power surges, and a switch to mineral-heavy tap water. I'm starting to wish Zojirushi had made my own body. I mean, think of the time I could save if I only had to be cleaned up twice a year! And I didn't survive the move in nearly as good a condition. Tsk. At least I'm not old enough for power surges yet.

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Update 2: And now we're going on 2.5 years of ownership. It's survived a second move, as well as an unfortunate mishap that left its inner container discolored orange. No, you may not have the hilarious but humiliating details. The official cleaning packets I mentioned in my previous update saved the day, so it's good as new again. (Use the keywords "ZOJIRUSHI INNER CONTAINER CLEANER" here on Amazon to find a box of the packets. You only need one packet per cleaning job.) I'm pleased to report that over the years the Zojirushi has not slowed down, started making odd noises, or in any other way complained. Best $125 ever spent, outside that marriage license thing. I think.

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Positive reviews are 100% correct regarding this product. We can't live without it. I do have one thing to say, though. Since it is not a thermal pot, it uses approx 90 watts to maintain a constant water temperature. I bought an International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor here on Amazon and this was the first product that I measured. My plugged in laptop only generated 40 watts of power....half of what this pot generates in standby mode. It comes in at 731 watts to boil water (my toaster takes 457 watts). We use the timer feature at night, but keep it on all day. So, figuring 16 hours of standby use and throwing in an average of three boils a day, we figure that it costs approx $12-15 per month to operate. We COULD take it off standby mode when not in use, but then it takes longer to boil....catch 22.

Bottom line? The product is so darn good at what it does, that we are willing to forgive the energy consumption cost.

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I'm a big green tea drinker. I was stuck with microwaving my water and trying to guess the temperature. This usually ended up with me getting either lukewarm tea or yellow, disgusting tea. I now do not have that problem with this neat little contraption!

The inside is stainless steel with a Teflon-like coating. There will be a plastic smell the first time you use it and I'm guessing it's coming from the spout, but don't worry. After draining it a few times (I had to dump out 5 liters of hot water), the smell will go away. I was a little bit worried about the Teflon, since I am not a big fan of eating the stuff, but there's no reason for you to ever even put your hand inside this thing as you're supposed to dump some citric acid in it and let it clean itself. No scratches, no problem. The coating is there to keep mineral buildup from occurring.

The water level indicator is super cool on this thing and it will tell you how much water is in the pot or if you need to refill it. There's a timer so that you can set it for six to ten hours later, which is handy if you want to wake up and use it. It doesn't take long to boil at all -usually something along the lines of 30 minutes. It does, however, take a long time to cool down to the lower temperatures, so if you're using this for green tea, you may want to set it to boil six hours after you go to sleep instead of eight or ten.

It swivels, so you can angle it so the steam isn't pointed at your cabinets while it's on. It will shut off automatically if there's no water in the pot and it has a few nice features such as lowering the temperature before boiling so there's less steam coming out of it. It's a handy little product and I totally recommend getting the larger sized ones because once you have it, you'll use it a lot more than you think you will.

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After much research looking for a perfect boiler for my husband and me, I came upon this one. With only a handful of reviews, I was a little reluctant to buy it. But the description was just what I was looking for. I was also reluctant because I thought it looked a funny shade of pink in the photo and wasn't crazy about that color. But I ordered it anyway, thinking I could return it if we didn't like it. Upon opening it Christmas morning, my husband filled it with water and plugged it in. We have been using it nonstop ever since! When the water level gets low, we just refill it, let it reheat, and have another 4 liters of hot water in just a few minutes. We keep it plugged in day and night so the water is always ready! Love it!

The magnetic plug is so convenient. It just pops on. No pushing at all. Also, the unit swivels too which is kinda cool. The color is nothing like the picture shows. It's more of a beige and cream. Very attractive. The dispenser is up high so you can put a very large mug underneath. Very convenient! There is a window on the front so you can watch the water level and fill when running low. There are three temp settings: 175, 195, and 208. The other thing I really like is the unlock feature. You have to push the unlock button before you can dispense the hot water. Very smart for households with small children who could burn themselves with the water. Another cute feature is the melody it plays when the water has heated up (whenever you fill it). It also has a timer so if you don't want to leave it plugged in overnight, you can set the timer and it will heat your water in the morning so it's ready when you get up. We use it for tea, oatmeal, instant coffee, hot chocolate, grits, etc. VERY VERY CONVENIENT!!! We love this machine! Not one negative complaint!

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I purchased the CDWBC40 (4 liter) version. I searched for a boiler that would stand at a preset temperature. This boiler handles that.

The fit and finish is pleasing, and I do not detect any hint of plastic taste--which I have detected in a few other boilers and coffee makers. I have used it for drip coffee and press coffee on both the 208 and 195 F settings. I like the flavor at 195 better than at 208. I use light-medium roast coffee, I think the higher temp would be fine with a darker roast.

There are a few things buyers should know which I have not seen in the reviews so far.

At least one reviewer said it took 15 minutes to reach a boil. With the unit filled with 4 liters of water, it took 35 minutes. Water from our tap is 72-75 F, and we are 1000+ above sea level. It took another 15 minutes to reduce the temperature to 195. The times increased to 45 minutes to boil and 60 minutes to reach 195 when we used filtered water from the refrigerator.

I fill the unit at night and plug it in so that I have hot water the next morning for coffee.

By the way the instructions are very clear about the time it takes to get your hot water to the correct standing temperature. They also recommend dispensing one cup before using the water as the temperature will be lower than the stand temperature--depending on the time the water has been standing. I found this to be accurate based on a digital probe thermometer. The first cup drawn was below 190; the second cup registered a bit under 195 (at the stand temperature set to 195).

I do not see any of this as being negatives for the product. It does seem to be counter to a few of the reviews on this site. With these types of products, I guess it is helpful to let users know what your ambient temperature, altitude, water temperature, and water volume is. I suppose it also would help to know the PPM of the water used. All of these affect boiling temperatures and time to boil.

Ambient room temp: 73 F

Water Temp: 74 F

Water particulates: 119 PPM

Altitude: 1023 ft above sea level

Barometric pressure: 29.9

The unit instructions state that it is able to change the standing temp at 208 to assure the unit does not continuously boil at higher altitudes. That does not apply at our relatively low altitude.

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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Review of Frigidaire FRA186MT2 18,500 BTU Window-Mounted Median Air

Frigidaire FRA186MT2 18,500 BTU Window-Mounted Median Air Conditioner with Temperature Sensing Remote
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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This AC was bought to replace an old 23,500 BTU thru the wall unit. I installed this myself in the same place where that old AC was. Install was rather easy, and I am not sure why people are saying that it was difficult or confusing. NOTE THAT YOU NEED A 220V OUTLET FOR THIS AC!!

First, the people who say that this AC is noisy must not have installed it properly. For its size and power, this unit is very quiet. There are no rattling sounds or anything of the like. Second, despite this being 5,000 BTU less than the unit it replaced, this unit cools very well. We have had a few 100 degree days already this year, and this AC had no problem dealing with them! The people who complain that it doesnt cool well likely received bum units and should return them.

The AC comes with a remote which is very easy to use. One cool feature is that the remote has its own temperature sensor and you can have the AC keep the temp at a constant level based upon either the temp at the AC unit itself or where the remote is. So I can leave the remote in a different room and have it use the sensor in the remote to keep the temp in that room at a constant.

THIS AC IS THE BEST DEAL IN ITS COOLING CLASS; DO NOT HESITATE TO BUY IT!

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This is a pretty quiet AC. In the past 20 years, its the quietest one we've had, which is important as its installed next to a TV set. Cools well but honestly any 18000 BTU AC would in my situation as its oversized for my small house. The controls are easy to use and the thermostat is accurate. You have to realize the temp reading it is receiving is at the source, so if its set to 72, in the middle of the room it will stay more like 75 and closer to even 80 as you get by a wall. Keep that in mind. Installing was about typical for this type heavy AC. I also noticed it reduces humidity rather well. I am very content with this AC.

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It seems to work great.The thru the wall a c type was pretty easy to install.You remove a few screws [4] and the guts slide out.You screw the outer box in and slide the guts back in.I would say its quiet.I,m happy.

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I installed this unit in a house in the Outer Banks of NC. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised with the performance – not only did it quickly cool the area but it also substantially reduced the humidity. The room in which the unit was installed is an open kitchen/dining/living floor plan and it approximates 550 to 600 sq ft. The unit cooled this area with no problem and actually managed to cool the 3 bedrooms in the back part of the house (about 1,100 sq ft in total). One of the back rooms is a little stuffy, but I think the installation of a ceiling fan will help. Another positive – the noise is not the least bit distracting even with the fan operating on high.

Now the "but"

It took more time than I would have liked to install not due to error on my behalf, but due to poor assembly on the behalf of Frigidaire. Once installed, I turned the unit on only to be greeted with an incredibly loud thumping/clanking/metallic noise and ridiculous vibration. Upon further investigation, I realized that several connecting screws were missing on internal components (i.e. parts that were supposed to be connected, but absent the screw to do so). In addition, a massive glop of plumbers' putty or similar substance was stuck to the fan causing the fan to be off balance (the reason for the excessive vibration). I was extremely aggravated because I really shouldn't have to perform the final steps of assembly or conduct my own product quality check.

The "unfinished" condition in which the product arrived is the reason I rated this product at four stars and not five.

I have only used this unit for a few days but it appears to be working better than I originally anticipated. All other aspects of the transaction (shipping, etc.) went as expected.

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Started short-cycling. Come on for 1 minute then off. Then back on to cool. Wait 10 minutes --starts the process all over again. Called Frigidaire. They said to change a setting on the front panel. No difference. Checked filter (really --only 2 months old!)

Then they said --covered under warranty. Here is a list of people that will come to you to work on your unit.

NONE of the repair providers they gave me will come to me or work on a window unit!

Seems I am stuck on the second floor with a White Elephant!

I have sent Frigidaire several emails --still waiting on an answer.

Joe

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Sunday, July 20, 2014

Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose Reviews

Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I bought this adapter hose for my Cuisinart grill, which sits on my Cuisinart stand, which holds a standard propane tank. It seems like these items should go very well together. One might say, that they are made for one another.

And it's true, I was able to attach the hose to the grill fairly easily, tuck it neatly away with a special clip provided by the stand, and attached the tank without an issue. It all fit together.

However, the instructions are very careful, as it should be with propane grills, to direct the user to check for gas leaks using a solution of diluted dishsoap. Seems like a standard CYA move. But much to my dismay, my set up had leaks near the grill connection; and I and had to detach, re-attach, tighten, wiggle ... until the leaks disappeared. Now since this potential issue was pointed out in the manual along with instructions on how to address it you may be thinking that it seems rather unfair to ding Cuisinart for the problem.

I disagree.

To me it seems like components designed to work in unison should do so flawlessly, that's the expectation you have when you don't opt for the generic brand. Secondly, stopping leaks seems like a core functional requirement for a hose. I mean you could use a string to 'connect' the grill and the propane tank. Delivering the propane to the tank is the whole point of a hose. So if you have a leak, whatever gas is leaking out is not being delivered to the tank.... hence, fail.

It's true that all hoses can have leaks and it's a somewhat universal problem, but I base my low rating on the fact that I am using a matching grill, the set up had leaks on the very first connection, and it's price. I had higher expectations.

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This LP adaptor fits perfectly to allow me to use a 20lb tank on my Cuisinart Gas Grill and stand.

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Although the first hose I purchased had to be returned, the second one went on perfectly and I'm quite pleased with the entire unit. Cuisinart stood behind the product and was informative about correct action on the first hose.

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We purchased the Cuisinart CCG-200 Gas Grill. It requires the Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose to work with a 20 gallon propane tank. So we eagerly purchased the Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose fully anticipating a wonderful barbecue. What a huge mistake! No matter how much we tightened the connector to the 20 lb. tank, the connection still leaked like crazy.

Message to you Cuisinart: How terrible and unacceptable that you would release such a product to the general public! A simple test at the factory could have easily shown this item to be defective. Shame on you! I have worked with propane tanks on and off for over 35 years. I know how to test with soapy water, and I know when it is an obviously defective item. WHAT ABOUT NEWBIES THAT HAVE NO CLUE HOW TO TEST THIS DEFECTIVE HOSE? YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO RELEASE SUCH AN ITEM TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR YOU ARE ENDANGERING THE LIVES OF PRECIOUS PEOPLE!

This item is NOT like a soccer ball, book, computer component, etc. You are selling a defective item that has the potential of taking human lives. Get your act together or take the item off your list for general public use.

You have no excuse whatsoever for such a terrible blunder. Where is the quality control that should be in place for such an item?

Last, I am not the only person that has experienced such non-sense. I read other reviews that are saying the same thing: the hose/connector LEAKS.

I'll NEVER buy a propane item from you again. You have violated and lost my trust. Period.

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I've tried two of these and both cause leaks which blow gas out of the valve connection. I'll be going with another brand.

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Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Discount Mr. Heater 10,000 BTU Natural Gas Blue Flame Vent Free Heater

Mr. Heater 10,000 BTU Natural Gas Blue Flame Vent Free Heater #VF10KBLUENG
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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This would be a five star review if the description were accurate.

The description says it has a thermostat. There is none. It simply has Low and High, and you can get some variations in between. It does not regulate itself to maintain a desired temperature, as would be indicated by the description "thermostat".

To be honest, though... Based on the price, I pretty much figured that it would not have one, and it does what I expected it to do.

I think the description should be amended.

I am ordering the much more expensive 20k and 30k versions of this heater. I expect they will actually have a thermostat... hopefully.

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Best constructed, best control knob system, best set of legs, best heat transfer.

I hooked it up at one end of a small apartment and it transferred the heat easily through-out the apartment even to a shower room just off the hallway.

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I purchased this heater for a rental unit on the back of my house on hopes of reducing the electric bill. The blue flame option was what I needed since the space is limited and I dont want my tenant to complain about his furniture getting too hot or even himself by standing on front of it. Installation was kind of easy, I like the fact that it comes with expansors, and required screws, the only tricky part was to reach the back wall panel on the bottom to secure it to the wall.

Settings are low or hi, my tenant says that it works great and he is just not trying to find a happy point. Will be updating rating as I heard more from him.

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great works like a Mr.Heater should , easy to install if a gas supply is near , good price and fast shipping what can I say

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This is the second Mr heater taht I got, and I cant said nothing wrong about it, We installed in then dinning area by the kitchen and keep's the area very very worm also We realize taht help to keep worm the rest of that house and spend almost NOTHING! We are very happy so far.

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Saturday, March 15, 2014

SEI AMZ3839E Salinas Electric Media Fireplace, Mission Oak Review

SEI AMZ3839E Salinas Electric Media Fireplace, Mission Oak
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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This is a better fire place than most but as a TV stand it is pretty average. The construction is good and it is very well made, but the drawers are painfully small and basically pointless. I do have to say though, it doesn't cost very much to operate. Even with the flames going and the unit running pretty much steadily throughout the day and the evening, this is costing only around thirty dollars per month according to what I can figure out on my power bill. I love the realistic look of the flames and that you can set the different settings individually to make just the right fire look. The cord is nice and long and the cabinets are nice. I would recommend it.

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Sunday, December 1, 2013

EWTS9151M Convection Heater Reviews

EWTS9151M Convection Heater
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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Happy with this product. We use the covered portion of our deck year round and this heater lamp allows us to enjoy our deck even when there is a chill.

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